Acropolis Monuments, Parthenon And Plaka, Monastiraki Walking Tour - Athens

From
USD
Per Person
Book this tour with
Created with Fabric.js 5.2.4

Tour Information

Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Hotel pickup Available
  • Instant Confirmation
  • Lowest Price Guaranteed
  • Duration: 3 Hrs 30 Mins
  • Language:
    English
  • Departure Time :
    09:00 AM
  • Return Details :
    MEETING POINT INFORMATION The meeting point is located 60m away from the metro station "Acropolis" at:16, Athanasiou Diakou str., 11742, Athens. If you use google maps, make sure to add the postal cod.. read more
  • Cancellation Policy :
    This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Escape the buzz of downtown Athens and head to Acropolis peaceful hill for a 3.5-hour leisurely-paced walking tour, finishing with a walk to picturesque Plaka! Your expert local guide will introduce you to the gentle hills around Athens Acropolis, chatting about the areas ancient history as you go. Discover the charms of Plaka (Athens Old Town), Roman Agora with its archaeological remains, and experience the thousand years old history of Monastiraki square.
A leisurely made walking tour when you combine the glorious Acropolis monuments and Parthenon temple with Athens's most picturesque and beautiful neighborhood, the majestic Plaka.

Know More about this tour


The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens and contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historic significance, the most famous being the Parthenon. The word acropolis is from the Greek words ἄκρον and πόλις
The Parthenon is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis, Greece, dedicated to the goddess Athena, whom the people of Athens considered their patroness. Construction started in 447 BC when the Delian League was at the peak of its power.
The Temple of Athena Nike is a temple on the Acropolis of Athens, dedicated to the goddesses Athena and Nike. Built around 420 BC, the temple is the earliest fully Ionic temple on the Acropolis.
The Tower of the Winds or the Horologion of Andronikos Kyrrhestes is an octagonal Pentelic marble clocktower in the Roman Agora in Athens that functioned as a horologion or "timepiece". It is considered the world's first meteorological station. Unofficially, the monument is also called Aerides (Greek: Αέρηδες), which means Winds. The structure features a combination of sundials, a water clock, and a wind vane.[1] It was designed by Andronicus of Cyrrhus around 50 BC, but according to other sources, might have been constructed in the 2nd century BC before the rest of the forum. The Athens Ephorate of Antiquities performed restoration work, cleaning and conserving the structure, between 2014 and 2016.
The heart of Athens city, this square reminds its vivid atmospere and its significant historic importance.
In the shadow of the Acropolis and its ancient temples, hillside Plaka has a village feel, with narrow cobblestone streets lined with tiny shops selling jewelry, clothes and local ceramics. Sidewalk cafes and family-run tavernas stay open until late, and Cine Paris shows classic movies al fresco. Nearby, the whitewashed homes of the Anafiotika neighborhood give the small enclave a Greek-island vibe
The Roman Agora was built around 100 metres east of the original agora by Eucles of Marathon between 27 BC and 17 BC (or possibly in 10 BC), using funds donated by Augustus, in fulfilment of a promise originally made by Julius Caesar in 51 BC.[1] The Roman Agora has not today been fully excavated, but is known to have been a open space surrounded by a peristyle. To its south was a fountain. To its east, behind a marble colonnade, were shops and an Ionic propylaeum (entrance), the Gate of Athena Archegetis. To its west was a Doric gate, the East Propylon,[2] next to the Tower of the Winds and a set of "vespasianae" (public toilets). An inscription records the existence of an Agoranomion (an office for market officials). The Fethiye Mosque was built to the north during the Ottoman period.

Itinerary:


The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens and contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historic significance, the most famous being the Parthenon. The word acropolis is from the Greek words ἄκρον and πόλις
The Parthenon is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis, Greece, dedicated to the goddess Athena, whom the people of Athens considered their patroness. Construction started in 447 BC when the Delian League was at the peak of its power.
The Temple of Athena Nike is a temple on the Acropolis of Athens, dedicated to the goddesses Athena and Nike. Built around 420 BC, the temple is the earliest fully Ionic temple on the Acropolis.
The Tower of the Winds or the Horologion of Andronikos Kyrrhestes is an octagonal Pentelic marble clocktower in the Roman Agora in Athens that functioned as a horologion or "timepiece". It is considered the world's first meteorological station. Unofficially, the monument is also called Aerides (Greek: Αέρηδες), which means Winds. The structure features a combination of sundials, a water clock, and a wind vane.[1] It was designed by Andronicus of Cyrrhus around 50 BC, but according to other sources, might have been constructed in the 2nd century BC before the rest of the forum. The Athens Ephorate of Antiquities performed restoration work, cleaning and conserving the structure, between 2014 and 2016.
The heart of Athens city, this square reminds its vivid atmospere and its significant historic importance.
In the shadow of the Acropolis and its ancient temples, hillside Plaka has a village feel, with narrow cobblestone streets lined with tiny shops selling jewelry, clothes and local ceramics. Sidewalk cafes and family-run tavernas stay open until late, and Cine Paris shows classic movies al fresco. Nearby, the whitewashed homes of the Anafiotika neighborhood give the small enclave a Greek-island vibe
The Roman Agora was built around 100 metres east of the original agora by Eucles of Marathon between 27 BC and 17 BC (or possibly in 10 BC), using funds donated by Augustus, in fulfilment of a promise originally made by Julius Caesar in 51 BC.[1] The Roman Agora has not today been fully excavated, but is known to have been a open space surrounded by a peristyle. To its south was a fountain. To its east, behind a marble colonnade, were shops and an Ionic propylaeum (entrance), the Gate of Athena Archegetis. To its west was a Doric gate, the East Propylon,[2] next to the Tower of the Winds and a set of "vespasianae" (public toilets). An inscription records the existence of an Agoranomion (an office for market officials). The Fethiye Mosque was built to the north during the Ottoman period.

Inclusions

  • Acropolis entrance tickets
  • licensed tour guide

Exclusions

  • Gratuities (optional),Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

A minimum of 2 people is required to operate the tour

Comfortable shoes are advised

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Minimum age is 11 years

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Traveler Reviews

See all reviews
  • 26-Aug-2023

    Thoroughly enjoyable experience with a great guide, Artemis. The pies at the end of the trip were absolutely delicious! Good value for money too.

  • 29-May-2023

    The tour company changed our tour to another tour because they could not meet the original commitment. We agreed. During our tour our guide left us at the Parthenon to take the tour to the museum. We were only 5 minutes late to our meeting spot. Worse, she only gave us 20 minutes to take photos, get water and go to the restroom...which had a very long line. She seemed very taken back by the crowds and I found that unprofessional from the get go. Not a good experience.

  • 20-May-2023

    We only had two days in Athens before our cruise, so time is limited. We unfortunately were at the wrong location and missed our 9 AM tour, and got to Athens Walks late.Demos was such a helpful young man and made sure we didn’t miss out. He split our tour and we joined the Plaka part of the tour and came back in the evening for the Acropolis tour with George as our guide. George was intelligent and had us understand not only the history of acropolis, but also Greek mythology. This was the highlight of our stay in Athens. We cannot say enough about Demos as he went above and beyond to help us that day. He should get some accolades from his supervisor as he really deserves it.

  • 28-Jun-2022

    This tour was absolutely fantastic!! Seeing the Parthenon and learning about the other monuments was absolutely fascinating. One of the best parts of the tour was working with Kostas. He was so knowledgeable, passionate, and enthusiastic. It is very clear how much he loves Athens and all of its rich history which made his ability to share his wealth of information that much more interesting and exciting. He was also very personable and friendly. He has a great sense of humor and was happy to snap a photo. We did the acropolis tour with a big group but were lucky enough to end the day with the hidden gems walking tour with just my husband, Kostas, and I. This was an amazing opportunity to see more of old Athens and Plaka and get to truly see some hidden gems we never would’ve found without this tour. Cannot recommend Kostas enough. He truly made the experience for us! Would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens.

  • 04-Jun-2022

    Artemis was an amazing guide! She provided so much background each step up the way. We really enjoyed the Greek stories along with the heritage of the villages. The hidden gems after the Acropolis was even more special as there was just a small group and we got to see more of the community and how the town around the Acropolis became the old town. You get a headset to listen as you walk around so you're still able to hear while taking pictures at your own pace. She found as much shade for us as possible but I would suggest bringing an umbrella and water. Don't go to Greece without taking a tour, you'll miss out on so much information that isn't in books.

  • 03-Jun-2022

    Excellent guide and excellent tour. So amazing sites and old town. Would recommend it. Really good price as well. It’s a must see when you come to Athens.

  • 25-Sep-2021

    We did the Hidden Athens tour with Stelios yesterday, and it was one of the best tours we've done in Athens! This tour requires a minimum of 4 participants. However, Athens Walk still honored our reservation even though it was just me and my husband. Stelios took us to all the scenic hills and showed us the best spots to avoid the crowd and take beautiful photos of the Acropolis/Parthenon. The best part is, Stelios also told us detailed history, Greek mythology, or stories associated with virtually every site. Stelios was extremely knowledgeable, and he presented everything with passion! We had learned so much from the tour and thoroughly enjoyed our time with Stelios. We really appreciate how prepared and professional Stelios was, yet he was also fun to be around. It takes a lot of effort and time to lead tours like this, and we certainly were glad that we had the opportunity to do the Hidden Athens tour and meet Stelios. Highly, highly recommended!

  • 05-Jul-2021

    We had a great day and learned so much. This was the perfect intro to Athens. Our guide was fantastic.

  • 21-Feb-2020

    It was a beautiful day out in Athens. The pictures were beautiful and the perspective it gave us on Athens by ending the tour at the hilltop near the Prison of Socrates was the cherry on the sundae.

  • 04-Nov-2019

    We had a wonderful time on this walking tour. Effie was great. Very knowledgeable and friendly. We certainly enjoyed it!

See all reviews